I am married to a Marine with 5 children over the age of 18 and a 2 year old. I also have a 2 legged chihuahua named Chewy.

Tell us a little bit about where you live....city, farm, suburb.

I live near the Marine base, Camp Lejeune North Carolina.

Share a story / memory of your childhood.

My favorite childhood memory is receiving a tea set for Christmas. I played with it every day. When I was done I would wrap it back up ever so carefully. After all the moves around the world we have done I still have that tea set. It is one of my most treasured possessions.

The only advice I would have for other artists is to do what you love. Follow your passion. Share your love with your community to make your neighborhood a better place. I donate tea sets at Christmas time to our local women's shelter. I want to do more..I think as artists we should be involved with our community as much as possible.

Pick a favorite item from another shop, and why is it your

favorite.

I can't pick a single favorite from this shop..Tropic Accents is amazing! I'm partial to their geckos!